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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This unit introduces students to the theoretical foundations underpinning professional paramedic practice. Manual handling and infection control will be introduced to support safe work practices in the pre-hospital setting. Students will be introduced to a systematic approach to scene and patient assessment in the pre-hospital setting. The unit will introduce students to primary emergency management processes including basic life support. This unit will familiarise students with current perspectives in professional paramedic practice including governance, communication, cultural awareness, team work, leadership and scope of practice.
Unit was previously coded PST1101, SCH1102
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Lectures and e-learning.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Test | In-semester theory quiz 1 | 20% |
| Test | In-semester theory quiz 2 | 20% |
| Examination ^ | End of semester examination | 60% |
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Test | In-semester theory quiz 1 | 20% |
| Test | In-semester theory quiz 2 | 20% |
| Examination ^ | End of semester examination | 60% |
^ Mandatory to Pass
^ Mandatory reference
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
PST1108|1|1
This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This unit introduces students to the theoretical foundations underpinning professional paramedic practice. Manual handling and infection control will be introduced to support safe work practices in the pre-hospital setting. Students will be introduced to a systematic approach to scene and patient assessment in the pre-hospital setting. The unit will introduce students to primary emergency management processes including basic life support. This unit will familiarise students with current perspectives in professional paramedic practice including governance, communication, cultural awareness, team work, leadership and scope of practice.
Unit was previously coded PST1101, SCH1102
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Lectures and e-learning.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Test | In-semester theory quiz 1 | 20% |
| Test | In-semester theory quiz 2 | 20% |
| Examination ^ | End of semester examination | 60% |
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Test | In-semester theory quiz 1 | 20% |
| Test | In-semester theory quiz 2 | 20% |
| Examination ^ | End of semester examination | 60% |
^ Mandatory to Pass
^ Mandatory reference
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
PST1108|1|2